Student Wellness Week: April 28 - May 2
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Dear CUNY SPH students,
In the midst of deadlines and daily responsibilities, it’s easy to put your own well-being on the back burner. But self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. That’s why Counseling and Wellness Services invites you to take a step back, recharge, and focus on yourself during CUNY SPH Student Wellness Week, happening April 28 - May 2.
This year’s theme is self-care, because taking care of yourself is just as important as the work you do for others. Whether it’s through movement, mindfulness, or simply taking a break, self-care helps you maintain balance, reduce stress, and stay energized. This week is designed to provide you with opportunities to prioritize your well-being—from yoga and meditation, to pet therapy and time management strategies.
Each day offers a new way to relax, reset, and build healthy habits that can sustain you beyond graduate school. We encourage you to take part in as many activities as you can,, even if it’s just for a few minutes—because your health and well-being matter.
Check out the schedule below and make time for you this week. You deserve it!
Sincerely,
Counseling and Wellness Services
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WELLNESS WEEK 2025 CALENDAR
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Monday April 28 | 5pm | Zoom RSVP
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Join an online guided yoga session from the comfort of your home to stretch, unwind, and reset. Chair yoga allows you to perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair for balance. Chair-based yoga offers the same benefits as traditional yoga, like boosting strength, flexibility, and mental well-being. RSVP required.
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Tuesday April 29 | 3:30pm - 6pm CUNY SPH, Room 534 | RSVP
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Chair massage offers a simple and convenient way to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Seated comfortably in a specially designed chair, you’ll lean forward with your face resting in a cushioned cradle while a therapist works on relieving tension in your neck, back, and arms.
Beyond the immediate relaxation, chair massage provides long-lasting benefits, helping to ease muscle tension, reduce stress, and promote overall wellness—effects that extend well beyond your time in the chair.
Please note, this event is for CUNY SPH students only, sign up required.
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Tuesday April 29 | 4pm - 5pm
Wednesday April 30 | 4pm - 5pm CUNY SPH, Room 503 | RSVP
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Experience the joy of a therapy dog visit with The Good Dog Foundation, an organization dedicated to sharing the healing power of therapy animals.
During this event, a friendly, well-trained therapy dog and their handler will be on-site to provide a stress-relieving, heartwarming break from your busy day.
Stop by, pet a pup, and enjoy the proven benefits of animal-assisted therapy, including reduced stress, improved mood, and a greater sense of relaxation.
This event is co-sponsored with the CUNY SPH Graduate Student Government Association (GSGA). Those who attend will receive a FREE wellness gift. RSVP is required.
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Thursday May 1 | 6pm | Zoom RSVP
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Did you know that meditation was originally developed as a transformative self-empowerment practice, to foster personal growth, mental clarity, concentration, and happiness?
Meditation is increasingly embraced by the scientific and medical communities for its wide-ranging health benefits, making it one of today’s top self-care strategies.
Lead by Sanmati Naik, a wellness program planner, meditation teacher, and lifelong student of ancient wellbeing practices, this session will explore its relevance to your personal and professional goals, and how it can shift your life’s trajectory.
The second part features a hands-on workshop with a step-by-step meditation routine, technique practice, and tips to help you start or deepen your practice. Kindly RSVP.
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Friday May 2 | 12pm | Zoom | RSVP
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Offered in collaboration with the Office of Accessibility Services in recognition of CUNY Disability Awareness Month, this workshop will provide students with practical tools to prioritize tasks, overcome procrastination, and create sustainable routines for productivity and balance. Through an interactive and engaging approach, the workshop will equip students with the skills needed to take control of their time and make space for their well-being.
Our presenter, Jasmine Jackson, is a dedicated mental health counselor in New York, a second-year Ph.D. student in Counseling Psychology at Seton Hall University, and a Clinical Fellow at The Wellness Center at the CUNY Graduate Center. With a passion for student success and well-being, she specializes in helping individuals develop effective strategies for managing academic and personal challenges. RSVP to attend.
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